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DCA names Christine Lai acting director; agency split and member trainings outlined

Dental Hygiene Board of California · March 27, 2026

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Summary

Lucia Salivar of the Department of Consumer Affairs told the Dental Hygiene Board that Chief Deputy Director Christine Lai has been named acting director following Kimberly Kirkmeer's retirement; she outlined a governor-approved reorganization splitting oversight agencies effective July 1, 2026, and reviewed member trainings and travel guidance.

Lucia Salivar ("Lucy"), deputy director for board and bureau relations at the Department of Consumer Affairs, briefed the board on departmental leadership and administrative changes.

Salivar announced that Chief Deputy Director Christine Lai has been named acting director of DCA after the retirement of Kimberly…

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